SIP Trunking services are fast becoming one of the leading next-generation communications solutions and set to replace ISDN for as the preferred platform for voice connectivity.
Whilst SIP Trunking is becoming increasingly popular with a surge in the number of businesses implementing this technology there are still many businesses who are reluctant to adopt this solution due to unanswered concerns. The main reasons include concerns about security and whether or not moving away from traditional ISDN will be cost effective. So why should you consider moving to SIP?
SIP Trunking could offer your business large benefits including greater flexibility, better reliability and full scalability. Here are some of the other benefits your business could realise from SIP Trunking:
Built in Business Continuity
One of the great benefits of SIP is that you can use your existing internet connection to upgrade your telephony. This means you will minimise any service disruption associated with installing a new network service. SIP Trunking can also support your business through a potential disaster whereas ISDN are unable to adapt to these sudden changes. By pairing SIP with an inbound call management system, you will also benefit from the ability to allow your calls to be re-routed to mobiles and other office locations in the event that your office needs to shut.
Flexibility and Scalability
Often business demands change, particularly for businesses that see peaks and troughs in their sales throughout the year. At seasonal times such as Easter and Christmas, they may expect an increase in calls for example. With SIP Trunking services, your customers can scale up the number of SIP channels required to meet the demand, then scale back down to the original number of channels once the peaks are over. With SIP Trunking, you only pay for the channels you need and changes can be made in literally a few minutes.
Business Savings
With SIP, you can use a single connection to pass high quality voice and data services along allowing you to get rid of expensive ISDN hardware without compromising the Quality of Service of your calls. What's more, this single line is cheaper than multiple ISDN lines and can provide customers access to free site-to-site calls. It’s also proven that SIP could save you up to 50% in line rentals and 25% in call charges.
With over 3.3 million SIP Trunks forecasted by 2018, it may be time to consider upgrading to SIP. For more information about upgrading, contact us today on 01908 324 270 or email our team at info@entropie.co.uk
